Whether you enjoy preparing your lesson ahead of time or learning off the cuff, we have a number of classes to help you grow in your understanding of Bible and your faith in Jesus.
Wondering what this church is about and how to get involved? This 6 week mini-class will introduce you to the staff, our ministries, Countryside's mission, and our denominational affiliation, the Evangelical Covenant Church. Meet others new to our church community in this informal, discussion based experience and find out how you are gifted for ministry!
The Peacemaker by Ken Sande takes readers beyond resolving conflicts to true, life-changing reconciliation with family members, coworkers, and fellow believers. Biblically based, The Peacemaker is full of godly wisdom and useful suggestions that are easily applied to any relationship needing better communication, tools for “fighting fair” and reconciliation. This class is discussion-based, practical, and builds community with others who have young children.
What does the Bible have to say about the relationship between believers and their leadership, government, or country? If Jesus said that His kingdom is not of this world, how do we live in it biblically? Do you know how our US government functions, its history, and its responsibility to the public it governs? Take a thoughtful journey into appreciating what God-given privileges we have as Americans and how God would have us live into His kingdom while living here on earth.
View DVD of the Holy Land and discuss the culture, history, and meaning of stories in the Bible. Appreciate how understanding the Bible in its original context impacts how you apply it to your life circumstances today.
Build friendship and community with other women as you study the Bible chronologically. This fall's focus will be Daniel, Esther, Zechariah, and then the New Testament after October. Learn how to study the Bible as you study it. Share prayer concerns, worship together, and find support.
Get the big picture of the book of Isaiah the Prophet by immersing yourself in the text within a few short months. Read at home to prepare, then enjoy a lively volley of discussion of the ideas, questions, and challenges presented by the text and others in the class.
Training for Countryside's Leadership team, Christian Formation teachers, and those in lay leadership of various ministries. By invitation.